Tulsa World

Back pain? Nerve block may not help

SAN DIEGO, California (Reuters Health) - Nerve blocks, commonly given to patients with low back pain, don't seem to reduce pain, improve mood or cut the use of analgesic medications, a researcher ...
Seeking Alpha

Pacira BioSciences Receives FDA 510k Clearance for New iovera° SmartTip to Manage Chronic Low Back Pain via Long-lasting Medial Branch Nerve Block

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pacira BioSciences, Inc. (PCRX), the industry leader in the delivery of innovative, non-opioid pain therapies to transform the lives of patients, ...

This Is Why Your Back Hurts So Much—and How to Make it Stop.

You probably don't even need opioids or surgery.
New Atlas

Injections for back pain not such a good idea, say experts

Back pain is one of the most common ailments reported worldwide. In 2020, pain in the lower back alone affected 619 million people around the world, with estimates saying that number will grow to 843 ...
Yahoo

Pain In The Lower Back, Butt and Legs Isn't Always Sciatica — Sometimes It's A Muscle Spasm That Needs Very Different Treatment

You've likely heard of sciatica before. The shooting pain that runs down your lower back, buttocks and leg can disrupt your daily routine and linger for months. But if you've tried traditional ...
News Tribune

For Your Health: What can you do for chronic pain?

Each September is Pain Awareness Month. It is an opportunity to recognize the needs of the millions of people who live with chronic pain. According to the U.S. Pain Foundation, more than 51 million ...
Prevention

6 Lower Back and Hip Pain Causes and Treatment Options, According to Experts

Lower back and hip pain is common. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 619 million people live with lower back pain and it’s the leading cause of disability worldwide. But ...